When Saddam launched the long Iran-Iraq war in 1980, Syria rallied to support the Persians. It was the only regional state to do so, forging a bond that has since served both states well.

US forces based in Iraq and Syria went months without being attacked by Iran-backed militias. However, they have been attacked multiple times in recent weeks by these groups.

Map of Sykes–Picot Agreement. Royal Geographical Society, 1910-15. Signed by Mark Sykes and François Georges-Picot, 8 May 1916. Public Domain. Syria and Iraq are no more. They have ceased to be ...

Most of the Shiites are in Iran, but they are also the majority in countries like Azerbaijan, Bahrain and Iraq, and are a significant political and military force in Lebanon and Syria.

The map titled 'The Curse' featured Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Yemen colored in black, while the map labeled 'The Blessing' highlighted Egypt, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, and India in green, news agency ANI ...

See satellite images of the Iran strikes, a detailed timeline of the operation and the location of the Strait of Hormuz.

With Iran, Iraq, Syria, ... Those who cling to status quo maps are dooming the region to another bleak century. Only redrawn borders and population shifts can promise a brighter future.

"Map of situation in Syria from @rr0162," posted the X account Peter Corless, "incredible changes to the landscape not seen in years." However, the Syrian government has responded with force.

With the Middle East on the edge and Iran and its proxies ... over 180 attacks against US forces in Iraq, Syria, ... attempt by Iran-backed militias to put themselves back on the map, ...